RRyan Smith Headshotyan Smith

Hometown: Detroit, MI

Program: MA

Book I would recommend: Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett

Favorite Quote: “Life is not a problem to be solved, but a reality to be experienced.” -Soren Kierkegaard

Fun Fact: I have a birthmark in the shape of Alaska on my ankle.

Name a cause you are passionate about.

I am passionate about protecting the safety of the LGBTQ+ community, particularly the youth.

Why did you choose MSP?

I chose to attend MSP because I believe this school can help me adjust to being in the professional environment I see myself in.

What do you want to do with your degree?

I plan on going into child psychology and eventually having my own practice. In the long run, I want to work with at-risk adolescents in the African American community.

How did you first get interested in the mental health profession?

My mom has a degree in psychology and would tell me facts as a child that interested me.
 
 

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